Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Calgary International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 40 minutes.
Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, making Amsterdam seven hours ahead of Calgary.
Choose from eight weekly Calgary International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flights. The 15:15 departure with KLM is the earliest available. KLM operates the last service of the day at 16:40.
To ensure you catch your YYC to AMS flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Amsterdam (and then exploring more of Netherlands!) is a breeze with KLM. This popular airline offers direct flights from Calgary International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
KLM is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With 69.49% of its services arriving as planned, KLM is the most punctual carrier operating YYC to AMS flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight is $434. A return plane ticket is currently $865. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from YYC to AMS, reserve your journey six months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Of all flights leaving Calgary International Airport, 65.39% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Calgary to Calgary International Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to YYC? If you've booked an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Reserve a hotel near AMS if you're taking a late Calgary International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo to explore Amsterdam and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to central Amsterdam has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. To avoid the crowds, travel to Amsterdam in January.
Book your flight from Calgary International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for August if you'd like to explore Amsterdam during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 24ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from YYC to AMS around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Netherlands
You've done Amsterdam, now it's time to explore more of Netherlands. Journey about 56 kilometres south-west to Rotterdam to check off its top attractions. From Markthal to Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, The Hague is another favourite stop in Netherlands. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.